Published on: 5/6/2025
An inner knee pain location chart helps doctors see exactly where the pain is, which can point to problems like arthritis or a meniscal tear. It guides further tests and supports a more accurate diagnosis.
When a patient marks the spot where their knee hurts on a diagram, it gives a clear picture of the pain’s location. For example, if the pain is on the inner (medial) side of the knee, it might hint at conditions like osteoarthritis or a meniscal tear. Research shows that different pain patterns can be linked with varying degrees of joint wear or injury. One study found that pain in specific areas is connected with how the knee feels and works. This means that a chart can help tie patient symptoms to common knee problems seen in osteoarthritis or tears. Additionally, these charts are useful because they are simple to use and non-invasive, helping doctors decide if they need to recommend more tests like X-rays or an MRI. By looking at where the pain starts and how it spreads, doctors gain clues about what might be wrong. This visual tool is another part of the whole puzzle that includes the patient’s history and a physical exam, leading to a clearer picture of the knee issue.
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Riddle DL, Makowski M. Knee Pain Patterns and Associations with Pain and Function in Persons with or at Risk for Symptomatic Radiographic Osteoarthritis: A Cross-sectional Analysis. J Rheumatol. 2015 Dec;42(12):2398-403. doi: 10.3899/jrheum.150545. Epub 2015 Nov 15. PMID: 26568598; PMCID: PMC4668229.
Thirumaran AJ, Deveza LA, Atukorala I, Hunter DJ. Assessment of Pain in Osteoarthritis of the Knee. J Pers Med. 2023 Jul 14;13(7):1139. doi: 10.3390/jpm13071139. PMID: 37511752; PMCID: PMC10381750.
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